Ponders Over Popcorn Emily Ward & Dora Holland

For this episode we watched: Inside Llewyn Davis! Covered topics include: folk music, depression, and the American Dream.

In which Dora and Emily finally discuss a film by the Coen brothers. Dora wonders about the definition of failure and Emily advocates for a healthy dose of pessimism in life.

Thanks for listening! As always, we can be found on Twitter! Come say hi!

Emily: @emilyaward94
Dora: @thedorabot
Website: www.pondersoverpopcorn.wordpress.com

For this episode we watched: Arrival! Covered topics include: language, self-determination vs. fate, and the process of grief.

In which Dora and Emily chat about an unusual science-fiction film. Dora discusses seeing life as linear vs. a collection of moments and Emily advocates for living a life you can be proud of.

Thanks for listening! As always, we can be found on Twitter! Come say hi!

Emily: @emilyaward94
Dora: @thedorabot
Website: www.pondersoverpopcorn.wordpress.com

For this episode we watched: Thelma & Louise! Covered topics include: feminism and the depiction of women in film.

In which Dora and Emily talk about a classic feminist film! Dora advocates for watching films that are about experiences outside of your own and Emily reminds us to distinguish between what society tells us to do versus what we actually want to do.

Thanks for listening! As always, we can be found on Twitter! Come say hi!

Emily: @emilyaward94
Dora: @thedorabot
Website: www.pondersoverpopcorn.wordpress.com

For this episode we watched: But I'm a Cheerleader! Covered topics include: LGBT themes in film, gender stereotypes, and the effectiveness of satire in film.

In which Emily, Dora, and special guest Kai take a look at a LGBT film classic. Emily stresses the importance of authenticity and being your true self, Dora reminds everyone that they're not alone in their experiences, and Kai talks about the strength of the LGBT community in helping you to figure out who you are.

Thanks for listening! As always, we can be found on Twitter! Come say hi!

You can also check out Kai's blog on their transition at www.transmasculinetransposition.com!

Emily: @emilyaward94
Dora: @thedorabot
Website: www.pondersoverpopcorn.wordpress.com

For this episode we watched: Fantasia! Covered topics include: abstractionism in animation, optimism in Disney films, and the role of children’s movies.

In which Emily, Dora, and special guest Deina take a look at a classic Disney film. Deina mentions the importance imagination plays in how we appreciate life, Dora recommends looking to unusual places to find inspiration, and Emily reminds us to always take the intermission in our own lives.

Thanks for listening! As always, we can be found on Twitter! Come say hi!

Emily: @emilyaward94
Dora: @thedorabot
Deina: @xmmii (on Instagram)
Website: www.pondersoverpopcorn.wordpress.com

For this episode we watched: 500 Days of Summer! Covered topics include: expectation vs. reality in relationships, the genre of romantic comedies or romance in general, and how to treat people right in relationships.

In which Emily and Dora do a lot of relationship talk! But in a good way. Emily advises against the idea that another person will "complete" us, and Dora wonders about where we find our sources of happiness in our lives.

The philosopher we mention is Alain de Botton. His stuff is very interesting so go check it out!

Thanks for listening! As always, we can be found on Twitter! Come say hi!

Emily: @emilyaward94
Dora: @thedorabot
Website: www.pondersoverpopcorn.wordpress.com